16 Best American Restaurants near Makanda

“Beautiful lodging- loved the CCC-era architecture and great dining and hiking trails. Well worth a visit!“

“My husband and I have gone the last 2 Saturdays and have not been disappointed! The fried chicken sandwich is a MUST try!! This is going to be a weekly trip from Marion to Carbondale until we have have concurred the whole menu!! Lol. 10 outta 10, DEFINITELY recommend!! The cheese steak and Chicago style was on point as well!! Not to mention, the hand cut fries!“

“Great food and friendly quick service!“

“This is one of my favorites!! The atmosphere is filled with nostalgia of celebrities that have passed through. The staff is friendly and always remember my face when I visit. (Hey Trina!!) The food is always cooked to order and delicious. I've never had to send anything back or complain. Definitely a place to try.“

“It’s a good, standard diner. Portions and prices are reasonable. Food is good. Coffee is standard diner coffee so don’t get your hopes up. Not very strong and doesn’t taste that great, but that’s what you get at a diner. Everything else was pretty good!“

“We recently celebrated a special birthday at Global Gourmet and was more than delighted with the service, food and hospitality given to us by our waiter and owner. We spent several hours there and wish we lived closer to have dinners on a regular basis.“

“I used to work at Culvers and we never disappointed in serving with a smile and helping good paying customers with their orders and complaints. Yes, there were issues every once and a while but what restaurant doesn't. I've eaten there several different times while off the clock or just on one of my off days and my food was always hot and never came out wrong, it's not special treatment, it's good service and being caring and compassionate about one another. <3“

“Food was good! I had the fish and chicken meal. Mac and cheese was decent, green beans was fire too. I ordered some sweet potatoes that I didn’t end up getting, I ain’t trippin tho. I’m sure they’re 🔥 too . Overall I definitely recommend. Oh yeah, the mild sauce was very good as well!“

“Fantastic steaks! My husband said it was the best Ribeye he’s had in a very long time. Visited on a weekend stay to Carbondale. We arrived around 7:30pm on Saturday and thankfully there was no wait. Comfy booths with high backs. Excellent staff, very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. Highly recommend the Root Vegetable Hash, never heard of it but oh so good.“

“When we asked the locals for a great place to eat that was laid back, Midland Inn always came up. After eating here twice in two days, i can tell you there is a reason for all of the recommendations. The food is incredible, the service was just as good. I must recommend the burgers. Highly recommend. We will be back.“

“I’ll tell you what, Underground Public House has some of the best, high-quality food I’ve had in a long time.

I’m the newest big fan of Scotch eggs. Oktoberfest house sausage, smoked Gouda, and more wrapped in Oktoberfest pretzel crust. 10/10, so good.

I got THEE P.B.R. (Pork Belly Reuben). The meat was amazing quality, loaded with flavor, so tender.

Rachel really enjoyed the filet mignon, and the Black + Blue Daily cocktail was a nice intro. The green-looking beer is the Nerdy Dancing, tastes like a Nerds rope!

Definitely highly recommend checking Underground next time you’re in Carbondale!“

“Stopped in to have food. There is no food served here, but you can get some and bring it in or have it delivered. Figured since we stopped in we may as well have a drink while we thought about what we wanted to eat. We ended up having a great time, played some pool, and had conversations with other folks there. Well lit place and the music was good.“

“10/10 recommend!
I ordered the grilled chicken sandwich and it was the BEST I’ve ever had. I also had a bite of my fiancés cheese burger and our son’s chicken strips, they were delicious as well! Our waitress was Lillie and she was absolutely amazing, so friendly! The atmosphere is welcoming with such a great view anywhere you sit. One of the best parts, it’s kid friendly!“

“Great waitress and food. Always enjoy all the TVs.“

“We’ve drove over from Cape two times now and had excellent food and just as good service both times. The service was outstanding and everyone has been very friendly.“

“they were very helpful and kind to us. look to go again soon thank you all there.“